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FAQ  
Online information  
In order to get to know your vehicle, you can  
find answers to frequently asked questions in  
the FAQ section.  
myAudi  
You can access the digital form of your Owner's  
Manual on your mobile device using myAudi.  
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Using the index, you can search for a specific  
term and quickly access relevant informa-  
tion.  
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account. Your vehicle must be registered in your  
myAudi account.  
Indicator lights  
An overview of all available indicator lights  
and their meanings will be displayed.  
Visit , or  
Start the myAudi app on your mobile device.  
Press on any indicator light to display its  
meaning.  
Online Owner's Manual  
Applies to: vehicles with Online Owner's Manual  
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Supplements menu has been opened.  
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Info  
Fig. 1 Upper display: Online Owner's Manual  
An overview of general information about the  
Owner's Manual will be displayed. You can al-  
so change the language in which the Online  
Owner's Manual content is displayed. The  
language will be reset when you exit the On-  
line Owner's Manual.  
The Online Owner's Manual can be accessed di-  
rectly from the Owner's Manual in the Infotain-  
ment system. Each time you access the Owner's  
Manual, it will automatically display in the lan-  
guage that is set for your MMI.  
Change language  
Accessing the Online Owner's Manual  
Applies to: MMI: Select on the home  
screen: HELP > Owner's manual > Info >  
Change language.  
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary.  
Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:  
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Legal notes  
HELP > Owner's manual.  
An overview of all legal notes pertaining to  
the Online Owner's Manual will be displayed.  
Functions and operation  
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based on their topic.  
To reduce the risk of an accident, only use the  
Online Owner's Manual when the vehicle is  
parked safely.  
Press the button and enter the desired  
search term.  
Tips  
The content is the information that was avail-  
able at the time of the editorial deadline for  
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Quick reference information  
this manual. There may be changes over the  
service life of the vehicle.  
How do I use the parking aid? ðpage 173.  
How can I more safely drive through intersec-  
tions and exits with poor visibility? ðpage 169  
or ðpage 178.  
FAQ  
How can I have the high beam headlights con-  
trolled automatically? ðpage 55.  
Before driving  
How can I monitor the blind spot more easily  
when changing lanes? ðpage 166, Side assist.  
How can I adjust the vehicle handling based on  
the driving situation and my preferences?  
ðpage 115, Audi drive select.  
How do I adjust the seat? ðpage 66.  
How do I adjust the steering wheel?  
ðpage 70.  
How does the transmission selector work?  
ðpage 101.  
How do the swerve assist and turn assist help  
me? ðpage 164 or ðpage 165.  
What are the transmission selector positions  
and driving programs? ðpage 101.  
How does the electromechanical parking brake  
work? ðpage 110.  
How can I open the luggage compartment lid  
with my foot? ðpage 47.  
How do I adjust the exterior mirrors?  
ðpage 60.  
Display and operation  
How do I refuel my vehicle? ðpage 253.  
How do I operate windshield wipers with the  
rain sensor? ðpage 62.  
How do I turn on the touch displays?  
ðpage 23.  
How do I operate the touch displays?  
ðpage 21.  
Where is the washer fluid reservoir located?  
ðpage 258.  
How do I control the volume? ðpage 33.  
How do I navigate through the menus?  
ðpage 24.  
How do I store the tire pressures? ðpage 292  
or ðpage 294.  
How do I drive with a trailer? ðpage 122.  
How do I write letters and numbers by hand?  
ðpage 28.  
Vehicle breakdowns and emergencies  
How do I operate functions such as the naviga-  
tion by voice? ðpage 31.  
How do I jump start my vehicle? ðpage 310.  
Where can I find the correct tire pressure?  
ðpage 283.  
Which functions can I operate with the buttons  
on the steering wheel? ðpage 16 or  
ðpage 33.  
What type of airbags are equipped in my vehi-  
cle? ðpage 76.  
How do I display information on the wind-  
shield? ðpage 30, Head-up display.  
How can I adjust the brightness of the instru-  
ment and display lighting? ðpage 59.  
Where are the towing eyes located on the vehi-  
cle? ðpage 311.  
Advanced functions  
Infotainment system  
How is the distance to the vehicle traveling  
ahead of me automatically maintained?  
ðpage 147.  
How can I connect my mobile device to use the  
hands-free system? ðpage 194.  
How can I switch between connected devices?  
ðpage 249.  
How does adaptive cruise assist respond auto-  
matically to speed limits and road conditions?  
ðpage 153.  
How can I access information online?  
ðpage 206, Audi connect.  
How can I stay in the lane more easily?  
ðpage 151.  
How can I use the Wi-Fi hotspot? ðpage 208.  
What are the different ways I can enter a navi-  
gation destination? ðpage 216.  
How can I be warned when leaving a lane?  
ðpage 160.  
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Quick reference information  
How can I operate the map functions?  
ðpage 219.  
How can I display traffic information?  
ðpage 224.  
How can I listen to the radio? ðpage 227.  
How can I play media? ðpage 237.  
How can I play music from my mobile device on  
the Infotainment system? ðpage 234, Blue-  
tooth audio player.  
Tips and tricks  
How can I unlock my vehicle from the inside for  
other persons to enter? ðpage 39.  
How can I open all the windows from the out-  
side using the remote control key? ðpage 50,  
Convenience opening and closing.  
How can I adjust the open position of the lug-  
gage compartment lid? ðpage 46.  
How can I synchronize both sides of the climate  
control system? ðpage 94.  
How can I deactivate the front passenger's air-  
bag? ðpage 78.  
How do I secure a child safety seat?  
ðpage 80.  
What should I consider when driving through a  
car wash? ðpage 296.  
How can I drive in a way that is efficient and en-  
vironmentally-friendly? ðpage 106.  
How can I request the next service appoint-  
ment? ðpage 270.  
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Quick reference information  
Cockpit  
Fig. 2 Cockpit  
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1
2
3
4
5
Door handle  
Depending on equipment, buttons  
for:  
Central locking switch . . . . . . . . . . .  
Memory function buttons . . . . . . . .  
Vent  
39  
75  
drive select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Electronic Stabilization Control  
(ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Emergency flashers . . . . . . . . . . .  
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . .  
115  
120  
58  
Lever for:  
Turn signals and high beams . . . .  
High beam assistant . . . . . . . . . .  
Lane departure warning . . . . . . . .  
Lane guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Multifunction steering wheel with:  
Horn  
55  
55  
93  
93  
160  
151  
15  
16  
MMI control knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
23, 33  
Depending on equipment, buttons  
for:  
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Parking aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Park assist plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Driver assistance systems . . . . . .  
Depending on equipment:  
173  
184  
131  
Driver's airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Operating buttons . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Shift paddles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Head-up display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Windshield washer system lever . .  
Upper display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Lower display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Lockable glove compartment  
Front passenger's airbag . . . . . . . .  
76  
16, 33  
103  
15  
17  
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Starting the engine when there is  
a malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Vehicle key holder  
30  
100  
86  
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62  
10  
11  
12  
13  
23  
86  
23  
18  
Depending on equipment:  
76  
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Quick reference information  
USB ports with charging function .  
Audi phone box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
236  
196  
Some indicator lights in the display can be shown  
in several colors.  
19  
Electromechanical parking brake  
button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
110  
101  
99  
Central indicator light  
20  
Automatic transmission selector . .  
If the or indicator light turns on, check the  
message in the instrument cluster.  
START ENGINE STOP  
21  
22  
23  
button . . . .  
Steering wheel adjustment . . . . . .  
Lever for:  
70  
Overview  
Cruise control system . . . . . . . . .  
Adaptive cruise assist . . . . . . . . . .  
144  
147  
The following indicator lights may be available,  
depending on the vehicle equipment:  
24  
25  
Connection port for the On Board  
Diagnostic System (OBD) . . . . . . . .  
320  
Red indicator lights  
Buttons for:  
Central indicator light  
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
All-weather lights . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Hood release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Button for:  
54  
54  
ðpage 10,  
Instrument cluster  
26  
27  
257  
ðpage 15  
Cooling system  
Luggage compartment lid . . . . . .  
Exterior mirror adjustment . . . . . .  
Buttons for:  
44  
60  
ðpage 17,  
ðpage 263,  
28  
29  
ðpage 263,  
ðpage 264  
Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
49  
48  
Safety belt  
ðpage 74  
Tips  
Engine start system  
ðpage 100  
Some of the equipment listed here is only in-  
stalled in certain models or is available as an  
option.  
Transmission  
ðpage 105  
Drive system  
Overview of indicator  
lights  
ðpage 107,  
Electrical system  
ðpage 266  
Description  
Brake system  
The indicator lights in the instrument cluster  
blink or turn on. They indicate functions or mal-  
functions. Some warning and indicator lights  
turn on when you turn on the ignition and must  
turn off when the drive system is turned on or  
while driving.  
ðpage 110,  
ðpage 265,  
Electromechanical parking brake  
ðpage 111  
  
Brake system  
ðpage 110,  
With some indicator lights, messages may ap-  
pear and warning signals may sound. The indica-  
tor lights and messages may be covered by other  
displays. To show them again, select the second  
tab for messages with the multifunction steering  
wheel ðpage 16.  
ðpage 265,  
Electromechanical parking brake  
ðpage 111  
Electromechanical parking brake  
  
ðpage 110  
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Quick reference information  
Electromechanical parking brake  
Engine oil level (MIN)  
ðpage 110  
ðpage 259  
Air suspension  
Electrical system  
ðpage 117  
ðpage 266  
Steering  
Loose wheel warning  
ðpage 288,  
ðpage 118  
ðpage 288  
Steering  
ðpage 118  
Yellow indicator lights  
Central indicator light  
Night vision assist  
ðpage 141  
ðpage 10  
Night vision assist  
Engine speed limitation  
ðpage 141  
ðpage 17  
Adaptive cruise assist  
ðpage 149,  
Brake intervention request  
ðpage 152,  
Safe start monitor  
ðpage 157  
Engine speed limitation  
ðpage 17,  
Drive system  
ðpage 107  
Central locking  
ðpage 39  
Adaptive cruise assist  
ðpage 149,  
Battery in remote control key  
ðpage 44  
ðpage 153  
Bulb failure indicator  
Steering intervention request  
(Adaptive cruise assist)  
ðpage 153  
ðpage 58  
Adaptive light  
ðpage 58  
Distance warning  
ðpage 159  
Headlight range control system  
ðpage 58  
Lane departure warning  
ðpage 160  
Light/rain sensor  
ðpage 58,  
Lane departure warning  
ðpage 64  
ðpage 160  
Windshield wipers  
Pre sense  
ðpage 64  
ðpage 163,  
ðpage 163,  
ðpage 163,  
Intersection assistant  
ðpage 169  
Safety systems  
ðpage 76  
Engine start system  
ðpage 100  
Swerve assist  
Convenience key  
ðpage 164  
ðpage 100  
Hood  
Transmission  
ðpage 258  
ðpage 105  
Engine oil pressure  
Brake system  
ðpage 259  
ðpage 110  
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Quick reference information  
Electromechanical parking brake  
Lane departure warning  
ðpage 111  
ðpage 162  
Active roll stabilization  
Pre sense  
ðpage 117  
ðpage 162,  
ðpage 165,  
ðpage 165  
Suspension control  
ðpage 117  
Side assist  
Air suspension  
ðpage 167  
ðpage 117  
Exit warning  
Steering  
ðpage 169  
ðpage 118  
Intersection assist  
Steering  
ðpage 170  
ðpage 118  
Emergency assist  
Sport differential  
ðpage 171  
ðpage 119  
Parking aid  
Electronic Stabilization Control  
(ESC)  
ðpage 175  
   
Rear cross-traffic assist  
ðpage 121,  
ðpage 181  
ðpage 121  
Electronic Stabilization Control  
(ESC)  
Park assist plus  
ðpage 187  
ðpage 121  
Maneuver assist  
Electronic Stabilization Control  
(ESC)  
ðpage 193  
Emergency call function  
ðpage 121  
ðpage 213  
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)  
Tank system  
  
ðpage 121  
ðpage 253  
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)  
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)  
ðpage 253,  
ðpage 121  
Driver alert warning  
ðpage 255  
ðpage 137  
Engine oil level (MIN)  
Distraction warning  
ðpage 259  
ðpage 138  
Engine oil level (MAX)  
Steering intervention request  
(Adaptive cruise assist)  
ðpage 153,  
Steering intervention request  
(Lane departure warning)  
ðpage 161  
ðpage 259  
Engine oil sensor  
ðpage 259  
Engine warm-up request  
ðpage 259  
Electrical system  
Adaptive cruise assist  
ðpage 266  
ðpage 158  
Washer fluid level  
Distance warning  
ðpage 270  
ðpage 159  
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Quick reference information  
Loose wheel warning  
Efficiency assist  
ðpage 288  
ðpage 146  
Tire pressure  
ðpage 292,  
ðpage 294  
Adaptive cruise assist  
ðpage 149  
Adaptive cruise assist  
Tire pressure  
ðpage 292,  
ðpage 295  
ðpage 149  
Traffic jam assist  
ðpage 149,  
  
ðpage 152  
Other indicator lights  
Low beam headlights  
Adaptive cruise assist  
ðpage 149  
ðpage 54  
Adaptive cruise assist  
Parking lights  
ðpage 54,  
Low beam headlights  
ðpage 54  
ðpage 149  
Driving starts automatically  
(adaptive cruise assist)  
ðpage 149  
Turn signals  
ðpage 55,  
ðpage 58  
Adaptive cruise assist  
ðpage 149  
Turn signals  
ðpage 55,  
ðpage 58  
Lane departure warning  
ðpage 160  
Park assist plus  
Rear safety belt  
ðpage 185  
ðpage 74  
High beam headlights  
ðpage 55,  
Start/Stop system  
ðpage 108  
ðpage 56  
Hill descent assist  
High beam assistant  
ðpage 114  
ðpage 55  
Trailer turn signals  
Rear seat reminder with warning  
tone  
ðpage 123  
ðpage 39  
Cruise control system  
  
Rear seat reminder  
ðpage 144  
ðpage 39  
Cruise control system  
ðpage 144  
Door lock  
ðpage 39  
Efficiency assist  
ðpage 146  
Child safety lock  
ðpage 48  
Efficiency assist  
ðpage 146  
Child safety lock  
ðpage 48  
Efficiency assist  
ðpage 146  
High beam assistant  
ðpage 55,  
Efficiency assist  
ðpage 56,  
ðpage 146  
ðpage 58  
Efficiency assist  
ðpage 146  
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Quick reference information  
Rear safety belt  
Distance warning  
ðpage 74  
ðpage 159  
Convenience key  
Lane departure warning  
ðpage 100  
ðpage 160  
Transmission  
Lane departure warning  
ðpage 105  
ðpage 162  
Electromechanical parking brake  
Side assist  
ðpage 111  
ðpage 167  
Electromechanical parking brake  
Exit warning  
ðpage 111  
ðpage 169  
Hill descent assist  
Intersection assist  
ðpage 114  
ðpage 170  
Speed warning system  
Emergency assist  
ðpage 133  
ðpage 171  
Speed warning system  
Emergency assist  
ðpage 133  
ðpage 171  
Camera-based traffic sign recog-  
nition  
Parking aid  
ðpage 175  
ðpage 134  
Rear cross-traffic assist  
Driver alert warning  
ðpage 181  
ðpage 137  
Park assist plus  
Distraction warning  
ðpage 187  
ðpage 138  
Park assist plus  
Night vision assist  
ðpage 187  
ðpage 142  
Maneuver assist  
ðpage 192,  
ðpage 193  
Cruise control system  
  
ðpage 145  
Cruise control system  
ðpage 145  
Efficiency assist  
ðpage 146,  
ðpage 154,  
Adaptive cruise assist  
ðpage 158  
Adaptive cruise assist  
ðpage 149,  
ðpage 152  
Lane guidance (adaptive cruise as-  
sist)  
ðpage 152  
Adaptive cruise assist  
ðpage 155  
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